winter
/ˈʋɪn.tər/masculine
The Dutch word for winter is winter.
winter is a masculine noun referring to the fourth season of the year, which is characterized by the lowest temperatures and short days. You may also use the adjective winterse to describe something as being wintry or characteristic of the season. Additionally, the verb winteren can be used to mean spending the winter in a particular place on holiday or to store something over the winter.
Meaning: fourth season, marked by short days and the lowest temperatures (noun)
Related words
How does it change in a sentence?
The noun winter is masculine.
How do you pronounce it?
The word is pronounced /ˈʋɪn.tər/. It has two syllables, and the stress is on the first syllable.
When do people say it?
In the Netherlands, winter is associated with the Elfstedentocht, an ice-skating marathon known as the Eleven Cities Tour that takes place in Friesland. Another seasonal tradition is visiting a Kerstmarkt, which refers to Dutch Christmas markets.
Did you know?
- The Dutch language has a specific term winterstilte to describe the heavy and profound silence that occurs after a fresh snowfall.
- In the Netherlands, the phrase winterhard is used to describe plants that can survive the cold, but it can also colloquially describe a person who is physically or mentally resilient.
- In the Netherlands, the arrival of winter is often culturally marked by the 'Sinterklaas' celebrations in December, which are distinct from the Christmas holidays.
Examples in context
- Ik haat de winter.I hate the winter.This sentence shows how to express a dislike for the winter.Tatoeba #10040915 by MarijnKp, translation #2516435 by CK
- Deze winter is warm.This winter is warm.This sentence describes a specific winter as being warm.Tatoeba #9072125 by MarijnKp, translation #243113 by CK
- Ik hou van de winter.I like winter.This sentence shows how to express an affection for the winter.Tatoeba #821395 by simonbr, translation #259651 by CK
- Laten we naar buiten gaan en genieten van de wintersfeer.Let's go outside and enjoy the winter atmosphere.
- De wintertijd is aangebroken en het wordt steeds kouder.Winter time has arrived and it's getting colder.
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Example conversation
Lucas and Emma are talking about their upcoming vacation plans.
- LucasGa je deze winter naar Dubai?Are you going to Dubai this winter?
- EmmaNee, ik blijf gewoon hier in de winter.No, I'm just staying here in the winter.
- LucasMaar het is hier zo koud in de winter!But it is so cold here in the winter!
- EmmaDat is juist waarom ik de winter leuk vind.That is exactly why I like winter.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “winter” translations and entries winter, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
